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Readability Scorer

Analyze your text with multiple readability formulas. Get grade level recommendations and actionable tips to improve content accessibility.

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Overall Score

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Readability Indexes

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Text Statistics

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Avg Words/Sentence
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Avg Syllables/Word
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Complex Words
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% Complex
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Understanding Readability Scores

Flesch-Kincaid Reading Ease

Scores from 0-100, where higher is easier. Web content should target 60-70 (8th-9th grade level). Academic writing typically scores 30-50.

Gunning Fog Index

Estimates the years of education needed to understand the text. A score of 12 means high school level. Aim for 7-8 for general audiences.

Coleman-Liau Index

Uses character counts instead of syllables, making it more consistent. Output is a U.S. school grade level.

Tips to Improve Readability

  • Use shorter sentences (15-20 words average)
  • Choose simple words over complex alternatives
  • Break long paragraphs into smaller chunks
  • Use active voice instead of passive
  • Avoid jargon unless writing for experts